‘Leader of the pack’: What next as Reform UK makes huge election gains?
Al Jazeera • 5/7/2026 – 5/8/2026
Summary
Reform UK has made significant election gains, leading to a setback for Keir Starmer's Labour party. The hard right's success has resulted in a humiliating blow for Labour.
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Story Timeline
- 2026-05-07
- 2026-05-08‘Leader of the pack’: What next as Reform UK makes huge election gains? (current)
- 2026-05-09
- 2026-05-10
AnalysisRisk 10
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